Guest Chick: Judy Penz Sheluk

Lisa here, delighted to play hostess today for amazing mystery author, anthology editor, and indie publishing expert Judy Penz Sheluk. Welcome back to Chicks, Judy–and hold onto your feathers, Everyone, because Judy’s here to tell us about her new step-by-step guides (1 recently published, 1 coming soon) that are sure to provide both inspiration and information to countless aspiring (and veteran) authors, no matter which publishing path they choose. Continue reading Guest Chick: Judy Penz Sheluk

Chicks on the CaseSeptember 27, 2023September 27, 202336 Comments

Vickie Fee

Candy-coated memories

When I was a kid, my mom was very protective. I could ride my bike from corner to corner. But not around the block. She wanted to stand in our driveway, turn her head to the left and to the right and be able to see me. On occasion she’d loosen the leash just a little. She’d let me walk, along with my little sister … Continue reading Candy-coated memories

Vickie FeeSeptember 25, 2023September 25, 202336 Comments

Jennifer. J. Chow

Who Likes Quizzes?

I like quizzes. What about you? Well, actually, I don’t like pop quizzes. I feel my kids’ pain when they talk about those—something clearly along the lines of feeling crushed by books: (Honestly, I still get stress dreams about taking exams.) Nevertheless, I’ve often enjoyed quizzes. These are the kind of questionnaires that come with glossy magazines. Nowadays, we can take fun tests online. Caveat: … Continue reading Who Likes Quizzes?

Jennifer J. ChowSeptember 22, 2023September 20, 202333 Comments

Giveaway, Guest Post

Guest Chick: Kathleen Donnelly and a Giveaway!

Becky here to introduce you to my friend Kathleen Donnelly. We’re both in Colorado and in the same Sisters in Crime chapter. We once did a field trip to a locale where Kathleen put her adorable Sparky and Gracie through their paces to find the narcotics she had hidden. Absolutely fascinating to see her and the dogs work. In addition to having smart and adorable … Continue reading Guest Chick: Kathleen Donnelly and a Giveaway!

Chicks on the CaseSeptember 20, 2023February 12, 202638 Comments

Ellen Byron

Back from Bouchercon – All the Pix and Feels

I’ve been back from Bouchercon for two weeks and you’ve probably seen a million pix by now, including some of mine. But… I feel a need to share. I haven’t been to a Bouchercon since 2016. I was all set to go to B’con in New Orleans in 2021 – and I actually did go, even though it was cancelled. My daughter was in college … Continue reading Back from Bouchercon – All the Pix and Feels

Ellen ByronSeptember 18, 2023September 18, 202352 Comments

Chick Chat, Group Post

Chick Chat: New Adventures in Procrastination

We all put off things we don’t want to do immediately (um, right?). But some of us Chicks (and writers in general) have developed particularly ingenious methods of avoidance. In fact, we come up with amazing new ones every day. Read on for inspiration…

Chicks on the CaseSeptember 15, 2023April 4, 202524 Comments

Guest Post

Guest Chick: Edith Maxwell, aka/Maddie Day & #giveaway!

Hi, Ellen here! It’s always a treat to host my pal, the fabulous and prolific Edith/Maddie. Today she took on not one, not two, but three writing challenges. I get out of breath just thinking about trying to keep up with her! Read all about wine and mittens and local food here… (I’m particularly excited about the wine part, wink wink.) And Edith is giving … Continue reading Guest Chick: Edith Maxwell, aka/Maddie Day & #giveaway!

Chicks on the CaseSeptember 13, 2023September 13, 202361 Comments

Cynthia Kuhn

Just a Friendly Note (idea edition)

Dear Store Where I Love To Shop: I remember when we used to be able to email you and say hey, I have a fabulous idea! Think of that, free feedback submitted by your dedicated customers…so much cheaper than paying a focus group, am I right? But now our only options are “chat” or “call.” (Who has time to chat or call these days? There … Continue reading Just a Friendly Note (idea edition)

Cynthia KuhnSeptember 11, 2023September 11, 202326 Comments

Becky Clark

Pish, Anyone Can Do This

For reasons mostly related to my body falling apart, I’ve started swimming every morning at our Rec Center. I was on my high school swim team for, oh, about eight minutes, so believe me when I tell you I’m not what you’d call a graceful swimmer. I’d like to see video of my first day at the Rec Center because I suspect it was pretty … Continue reading Pish, Anyone Can Do This

BeckySeptember 8, 2023September 7, 202349 Comments

Mysteries

Guest Chick: Kristin Kisska

The Chicks are delighted to welcome author Kristin Kisska, whose debut novel The Hint of Light is out now! Kristin very kindly agreed to answer some of our questions; she’s also offering a giveaway today and will choose one commenter to receive a copy of The Hint of Light. Read on for more! In the wake of her son’s sudden death, Margaret Dobrescu struggles to … Continue reading Guest Chick: Kristin Kisska

Chicks on the CaseSeptember 6, 2023July 22, 202335 Comments

Guest Post

Guest Chick: Vicki Delany

Today the Chicks are pleased as Christmas punch to welcome the fabulous Vicki Delany, author of more than 50 (yes, you read that right) books, with a new one coming on Sept. 19th: Have Yourself a Deadly Little Christmas. Take it away, Vicki! TOO MUCH CHRISTMAS? NOT IN RUDOLPH, NEW YORK. Most of us would agree that Christmas can come too soon. We complain (I … Continue reading Guest Chick: Vicki Delany

Chicks on the CaseSeptember 4, 2023August 23, 202316 Comments

Behind the Book, Vickie Fee

Behind the book: My Fair Latte

Welcome to “Behind the Book,” our fun new Chicks on the Case feature! Join us as we Chicks share the real stories behind our stories: Inspiration, motivation, frustration, jubilation– research, rewrites, tidbits– you’ll find them all right here… Hi, Vickie here. Authors often get asked how much research we have to do for each book. So, I thought I’d share a peek into a tiny bit … Continue reading Behind the book: My Fair Latte

Vickie FeeSeptember 1, 2023August 31, 202326 Comments